Gagliano Castelferrato: the Iron Castle Village
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: EN - Area: Central Sicily
Gagliano Castelferrato is a village in the Sicilian hinterland perched on a steep cliff.
It has a very ancient history: founded by the Sicani in 1900 BC, it was an important center in Roman times, and reached its maximum splendor under Arab domination, a period during which its impregnable castle, the Iron Castle, was built.
Today Gagliano Castelferrato still retains its medieval layout with narrow winding streets and houses huddled together.
What is the best time to visit Gagliano Castelferrato?
Gagliano Castelferrato can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Gagliano Castelferrato during the year.
If you want to know about upcoming festivals and events Click here and you will find a list of the most important ones.
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Gagliano Castelferrato
You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Gagliano Castelferrato. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
